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Cummins/Onan 2100 Series — Testing the Float Switch Assembly

Maintenance

For the Cummins/Onan 2100 Series, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan DFAB, Cummins/Onan DFAC, Cummins/Onan DFBF, Cummins/Onan DFCB, Cummins/Onan DFCC, Cummins/Onan DFCE, Cummins/Onan DFGB, Cummins/Onan DFGE, Cummins/Onan DFLB, Cummins/Onan DFLC, Cummins/Onan DFLE

Procedure

  1. Remove fuel pump control cover; disconnect wiring jack.
  2. Unscrew assembly from top of the day tank.
  3. With ohmmeter test continuity between each pair of colored leads.
  4. Hold assembly vertical; all readings should be zero.
  5. Lift each float to 1/8 inch (3 mm) below the C-clip stop.
  6. Test continuity; all readings should be infinity.
  7. Replace assembly if any switch fails.
  8. Use pipe thread sealant when replacing.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Lift float 1/8 inch (3 mm) below C-clip stop

Full service-parts list: Cummins/Onan DFBF →, Cummins/Onan DFCC →, Cummins/Onan DFCE →, Cummins/Onan DFGB →, Cummins/Onan DFGE →, Cummins/Onan DFLB →, Cummins/Onan DFLC →, Cummins/Onan DFLE →

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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